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  1. Occupations
  2. First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers. May also advise customers on recommended services. Excludes team or work leaders.

SOC: 49-1011.00

Common Job Titles

  • Maintenance Foreman
  • Maintenance Manager
  • Maintenance Supervisor
  • Service Manager

Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Annual wage data for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers (2024)

Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)

600,680

Wage Distribution by Percentile

Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $48,460. 25th percentile: U.S. $61,240. 50th percentile: U.S. $78,300. 75th percentile: U.S. $99,630. 90th percentile: U.S. $124,280. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.

  • U.S.
MetricU.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less$48,460
10% of workers earn the following or more$124,280
Workers on average earn$82,930

+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)

Skills & Requirements

Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance

  • Administration and Management4.0/5
  • Mechanical3.8/5
  • Customer and Personal Service3.7/5
  • Administrative3.3/5
  • Personnel and Human Resources3.2/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge

Tools & Technology

Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation

In-Demand Technology

Frequently requested by employers in job postings

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Project
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
  • SAP software
  • Yardi software

Technology Skills

  • Automated inventory software
  • ComputerEase construction accounting software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Cost accounting software
  • Database software
  • Email software
  • HCSS HeavyBid
  • HCSS HeavyJob
Tools & Technology: Technology Skills

Tools & Equipment

  • Calipers
  • Desktop computers
  • Dye penetrant inspection equipment
  • Laser printers
  • Mainframe computers
  • Measuring tapes
  • Personal computers
  • Plasma cutters
Tools & Technology: Tools & Equipment

Related Occupations

Occupations with similar skills and knowledge requirements

Most Similar

  • First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers 51-1011.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers 47-1011.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand 53-1042.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Passenger Attendants 53-1044.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Material-Moving Machine and Vehicle Operators 53-1043.00

Moderately Similar

  • First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers 43-1011.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers 37-1011.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers 33-1091.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services 39-1014.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers 45-1011.00

Related

  • First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers 41-1012.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers 37-1012.00
  • General and Operations Managers 11-1021.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers 35-1012.00
  • Industrial Engineers 17-2112.00
  • Solar Energy Installation Managers 47-1011.03
  • Industrial Production Managers 11-3051.00
  • Recycling Coordinators 53-1042.01
  • Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks 43-5061.00
  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians 17-3028.00

Related Programs

Education programs that prepare you for this occupation

  • CertificationPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Issuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHVAC Diagnostic InstrumentsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHVAC/R System TroubleshootingIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHVAC/R Compressor Operation and MaintenanceIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHVAC/R System FundamentalsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationResidential HVAC SystemsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationOff-Road Diesel TechnologiesIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHeavy-Duty Diesel Scanner DiagnosticsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationHeavy-Duty DiagnosticsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
  • CertificationAutomotive Scanner DiagnosticsIssuer: National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)